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Prepare for flooding

Protect yourself from future flooding

Being prepared for flooding can help you stay safe, protect what matters most and act with confidence when flooding is forecast. Make sure your insurance provides the level of cover you need.

A car partially submerged in floodwater, in front of a house.

Plan what to do in a flood

Planning ahead can make a big difference during a flood, helping you prepare for disruption and respond confidently.

Aerial view of a flooded street.

Make your property more flood resilient

Discover practical changes you can make to your home or business to reduce flood damage and recover more quickly after a flood.

Property with flood barriers keeping floodwater out.

Where flooding can come from

Different types of flooding can affect places in different ways, so it’s important to know the risks where you live.

A river flooding.

Who manages flood risk

Flooding is managed by different organisations working together.

An Environment Agency staff member undertaking a survey of floodwater using a remote controlled boat.

Where to go for local flooding support

Community flood resilience helps areas prepare for, respond to and recover from flooding. It focuses on local knowledge, strong partnerships and practical actions.

Two flood wardens checking a river level.

If you need help now

What to do if you have flooding nearby or are worried about flooding in the next few days.

Other ways to get this information

Floodline
Telephone: 0345 988 1188
Typetalk: 0345 602 6340
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